Hospital in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Sault Area Hospital - General Site
Part of Sault Area Hospital.
- Address
- 750 Great Northern Road, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 0A8
- Emergency department
- Yes, 24 hours
- Type
- Hospital
- Operator
- Sault Area Hospital
- Website
- www.sah.on.ca
Emergency care
In an emergency, call 911. The emergency department is open 24 hours.
Emergency Department
Emergency room care. Doctors, nurses, and other health professionals assess and treat life-threatening injuries and severe illness. Emergency Department Wait Times: https://sah.on.ca/programs-services/emergency-services/ed-wait-time-clock/.
How to access: No referral required
Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated April 2026
Rehabilitation
Outpatient Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation
Provides in and out-patient rehabilitation services. Offers physiotherapy, speech, language and swallowing, out-patient occupational therapy - neuro service.
How to access: Walk-in for emergency department * medical referral and appointment required for most other services
Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated April 2026
Neurological Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation
Provides in and out-patient rehabilitation services. Offers physiotherapy, speech, language and swallowing, out-patient occupational therapy - neuro service.
How to access: Walk-in for emergency department * medical referral and appointment required for most other services
Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated April 2026
Memory, dementia & mental health
Geriatric Psychiatry
Behavioural Supports Ontario
The Behaviour Supports Ontario program offers support to older adults who may be experiencing distress, confusion, agitation, or other challenging personal expressions, as well as to the care partners who assist them. Individuals are supported where they reside, wherever that may be. Treatment is provided by a multi-disciplinary team, including registered nurses, RPN's and a recreational therapist. Access to a geriatric psychiatrist can be arranged through a care provider referral if required.
How to access: Referrals to the BSO program can be made by calling the Northeast Regional BSO central intake office. Referrals can also be faxed or submitted through an online form.
Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated May 2026
Other services
Cancer Care
Algoma District Cancer Program
Provides a treatment plan for individuals diagnosed with cancer. Offers radiation therapy, inpatient oncology, palliative care, clinical trials, information and referral services.
How to access: Medical referral required
Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated April 2026
Referrals
Many hospital programs for older adults need a referral from a family doctor, nurse practitioner or Ontario Health atHome care coordinator. Here is what each program says:
- Geriatric Psychiatry: Referrals to the BSO program can be made by calling the Northeast Regional BSO central intake office. Referrals can also be faxed or submitted through an online form.
- Cancer Care: Medical referral required
- Outpatient Rehabilitation: Walk-in for emergency department * medical referral and appointment required for most other services
- Neurological Rehabilitation: Walk-in for emergency department * medical referral and appointment required for most other services
Location
Retirement communities nearby
Within about 10 km, nearest first.
- Great Northern Retirement Home
Retirement Home · about 0.2 km away
- Chartwell Collegiate Heights Retirement Residence
Retirement Home · about 3.6 km away
- Pathways Retirement Residence
Retirement Home · about 4.4 km away
- Windsor Place Retirement Residence
Retirement Home · about 4.4 km away
Home care in Sault Ste. Marie
Private home care agencies that can help after a hospital stay. See our guide to leaving hospital in Ontario.
- ParaMed Sault Ste. Marie
Home care · 3.6 stars
- CBI Home Health
Home care · 3.1 stars
- Bayshore Home Health
Home care · 2.3 stars
- Bayshore Home Health
Home care
- Destiny Care Partners Inc.
Home care
- Premiere Home Care Services
Home care
Frequently asked questions
Does Sault Area Hospital - General Site have an emergency department?
Yes. Sault Area Hospital - General Site is listed in Ontario Health atHome's directory of emergency departments. In an emergency, call 911.
Does Sault Area Hospital - General Site offer rehabilitation?
Yes. It lists outpatient rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation.
Location from the Ontario Ministry of Health's service provider locations; services from Ontario Health atHome's healthline directory. Senior Care Path is not affiliated with this hospital. Details change, so confirm with the hospital before you go.